The Hindu Vocabulary 26 February 2026

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Jab

Noun

A quick, sharp blow; a poke; or a hypodermic injection.

(चुभाना)

Poke, Punch, Stab, Dig, Blow, Thrust, Injection, Inoculation, Prick, Bump

Pull, Tap, Stroke, Caress, Withdraw, Retract, Heal, Soothe, Protect, Assist

The nurse administered the flu jab quickly to minimize the pain.

Strident

Adjective

Loud and harsh; grating; presenting a point of view in an excessively forceful way.

(कठोर)

Harsh, Raucous, Grating, Piercing, Shrill, Vociferous, Clamorous, Jarring, Loud, Blatant

Soft, Low, Quiet, Dulcet, Melodious, Gentle, Muted, Subdued, Mild, Pleasant

Her strident tone during the debate made it difficult for others to speak.

Perilously

Adverb

In a way that is full of danger or risk.

(खतरनाक ढंग से)

Dangerously, Hazardously, Riskily, Precariously, Unsafely, Treacherously, Critically, Desperately

Safely, Securely, Harmlessly, Protectively, Carefully, Firmly, Strongly, Profitably, Well

The hikers stood perilously close to the edge of the steep cliff.

Deploy

Verb

To move troops or resources into position for military action; to bring into effective action.

(तैनात करना)

Station, Position, Arrange, Utilize, Employ, Distribute, Use, Set, Implement, Organize

Withdraw, Recall, Retract, Conceal, Gather, Collect, Hide, Hoard, Halt, Stop

The police decided to deploy more officers to manage the festival crowds.

Persistent

Adjective

Continuing firmly in a course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition.

(लगातार)

Constant, Continuous, Relentless, Tenacious, Determined, Enduring, Steadfast, Incessant, Resolute

Ceasing, Temporary, Short-lived, Lazy, Irresolute, Intermittent, Yielding, Fickle, Wavering, Surrendering

His persistent efforts finally led to a breakthrough in the research.

Promptly

Adverb

With little or no delay; immediately.

(फौरन)

Quickly, Instantly, Directly, Swiftly, Speedily, Rapidly, Eagerly, Punctually

Slowly, Late, Tardily, Gradually, Eventually, Leisurely, Hesitantly, Sluggishly, Later

Please reply promptly so we can finalize the travel arrangements.

Substantial

Adjective

Of considerable importance, size, or worth.

(महत्वपूर्ण)

Significant, Considerable, Large, Solid, Sizable, Robust, Essential, Meaningful, Massive, Ample

Minor, Trivial, Small, Insignificant, Slight, Flimsy, Weak, Worthless, Meaningless

The company made a substantial profit in the last fiscal year.

Widespread

Adjective

Found or distributed over a large area or among many people.

(दूर-दूर तक फैला हुआ)

General, Common, Extensive, Pervasive, Universal, Broad, Rampant, Global, Popular, Sweeping

Rare, Local, Limited, Narrow, Scarce, Uncommon, Concentrated, Specific, Tiny, Infrequent

There is widespread concern about the impact of climate change.

Sheer

Adjective

Nothing other than (used for emphasis); perpendicular; or (of fabric) very thin.

(पारभासी)

Absolute, Pure, Utter, Total, Steep, Transparent, Thin, Unmitigated, Complete, Abrupt

Gradual, Opaque, Thick, Partial, Incomplete, Mixed, Moderate, Heavy, Sloping, Cloudy

The mountain climbers faced a sheer drop of two thousand feet.

Alarmingly

Adverb

In a way that causes worry or fear.

(चिंताजनक रूप से)

Worryingly, Frighteningly, Shockingly, Disturingly, Terribly, Severely, Dangerously, Dreadfully, Awfully, Appallingly

Comfortingly, Pleasantly, Safely, Reassuringly, Calmly, Slightly, Mildly, Wonderfully, Happily, Quietly

The water levels in the reservoir have dropped alarmingly this month.

Embark

Verb

To begin a course of action; to go on board a ship or aircraft.

(शुरू करना)

Begin, Start, Commence, Launch, Initiate, Board, Depart, Venture, Enter, Proceed

End, Finish, Conclude, Terminate, Arrive, Stay, Cease, Stop, Land, Disembark

They are about to embark on a journey across the Atlantic.

Meticulous

Adjective

Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

(अति सावधान / सूक्ष्म)

Careful, Detailed, Precise, Scrupulous, Thorough, Accurate, Painstaking, Exact, Fastidious, Diligent

Careless, Sloppy, Negligent, Messy, Imprecise, Casual, Lazy, Inaccurate, Hasty, Indifferent

The architect was meticulous in checking the safety measurements of the bridge.